Archive for the ‘Europe’

  • Liverpool – A Vibrant British City
    Liverpool is a dazzling British city. Although looks strikingly modern now, its long history stretches back to the 1st century. It was then an humble settlement of fishermen on the bank of the River Mersey.
    by aniruddha at September 1st, 2010 at 05:09 am
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Leaning Tower of Pisa is situated in Italy. The construction of the tower began in 1173 and was completed at the end of the fourteenth century.  The reason that the tower is leaning is because of the fact that on the ground which it was built was soft.
    by Avinash at September 1st, 2010 at 05:09 am
  • Magnificent Abbey at Mont Saint Michel
    Mont Saint Michel is a small rocky island in France. Situated to the north coast of France, it is best known for the Benedictine Abbey. The architecture of this abbey is magnificent and it’s one of the favorite travel destinations in Europe. There are more than 3 million visitors to this place every year.
    by Avinash at September 1st, 2010 at 04:09 am
  • The Magnifient Topkapi Palace
    If you want o discover the most beautiful place in the whole of Turkey, simply visit The magnificent Topkapi palace. This palace was a home to the Ottoman Sultans.
    by Avinash at August 30th, 2010 at 04:08 am
  • Mysterious Monument of Stonehenge
    Stonehenge is located in Wiltshire, England. This monument belongs to the Neolithic and the Bronze age. The structure has a great significance and is one of the largest structures in the world.
    by Avinash at August 30th, 2010 at 02:08 am
  • Visiting Canterbury – Birthplace of Christianity in England
    The historic city of Canterbury is dominated by its majestic Cathedral soaring skywards. Earlier there was a 6th century church on this site. Then the Normans built a new cathedral over it.
    by aniruddha at August 26th, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Visiting Bath – An Enchanting English Town
    Bath is a fascinating town, steeped in history, famous for its ancient Roman relics and beautiful Georgian buildings. It is a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site and England’s oldest tourist destination.
    by aniruddha at August 24th, 2010 at 11:08 pm
  • Charm of Matterhorn Mountains
    Matterhorn peak in Alps is situated 155 km from Zurich near the town Zermatt. The beauty of the place is magnificent. It is one of the most visited and one of the most beautiful places in Europe,
    by Avinash at August 24th, 2010 at 05:08 am
  • Visiting Fira- Capital of Santorini Island
    Fira, the capital of Santorini Island, is actually a glorified village but, being the capital, it’s the most important of all villages on this picturesque Greek island.
    by aniruddha at August 23rd, 2010 at 02:08 am
  • The Fairytale Castle of Neuschwanstein Castle
    Neuschwanstein castle is one of the prettiest places to visit. It is an image which you might have seen somewhere and would have started planning a visit to this fantasy land. Neuschwanstein castle is located in Bavaria in Germany. It was built by King Ludwig.
    by Avinash at August 23rd, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Hermitage Museum at St. Petersburg
    One of the biggest museums in the world, this museum came into being way back in 1852. This museum was one of the first to be opened in the world.
    by Avinash at August 23rd, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Sensual Village Of Portofino
    Portofino is known as a resort for the rich in Italy. It is a village which is a delight to see. It’s a picture perfect view from the sea. There are pastel houses populating the area. As Portofino is a rich man’s resort, there are luxury places surrounding this village.
    by Avinash at August 20th, 2010 at 04:08 am
  • San Sebastian- The Queen of Basque Resorts
    San Sebastian has practically everything that a discerning traveler wants to find in a holiday resort. The luminous blue waters of the Concha Bay, the sandy golden beaches surrounded by verdant rolling hills and picturesque countryside have been luring the rich and famous to this queen of resorts located on the Basque coast of Northern Spain.
    by aniruddha at August 20th, 2010 at 01:08 am
  • Bilbao – An Enchanting Basque City
    Bilbao, the Basque Country’s largest city, has gone through a massive redevelopment program in recent times. The city had made enormous profits in the past two centuries through its big industries and international trade. The proud people of Bilbao didn’t moan forever when their industrial base collapsed in the 1980s.
    by aniruddha at August 19th, 2010 at 01:08 am
  • Trip Around Europe on a Budget
    One dream that many of us have is to go on a trip through the length and breadth of Europe. However, travelling such great distances does not come cheap and one cannot always afford such a trip. Still, there are ways in which one can take a trip around Europe on a budget and still have a wonderful time.
    by Sagar at August 19th, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Shopping in Amsterdam
    Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities of Europe. So how about shopping in this beautiful city? The city is the shopping capital of the Netherlands. You can find everything here.
    by Avinash at August 18th, 2010 at 06:08 am
  • Small Irish Village takes the Breath Away
    Ballycotton, a not so known small village in Country Cork is a great place to visit for some relaxation and change from the usual boring schedule. It is situated nearly twenty-five miles from the Cork and is popular for fishing.
    by walia.rashi at August 18th, 2010 at 05:08 am
  • Discover History in London Museums
    London has a number of Museums which shows the history of mankind in all its facets. London museums have very well preserved the human history. You will surely become a more enlightened person after making a visit to these museums.
    by Avinash at August 18th, 2010 at 04:08 am
  • The Basque Country- Wonderland for Holiday Makers
    Basque is a picturesque region in the north of Spain and truly deserves to be called the wonderland for holiday makers. Its scenic terrain is most alluring with lofty mountains, rolling hills, rocky cliffs and relaxing beaches.
    by aniruddha at August 17th, 2010 at 06:08 am
  • A City for Art Lovers- Florence
    In the region of Tuscany in Italy lies the city of Florence. This city is home to the arts and crafts of Europe. It is also home to the commercial activities of Italy. Florence is famous world over for its art, architecture and culture.
    by Avinash at August 16th, 2010 at 04:08 am
  • Things to Do in Jane Austen’s Bath!
    Nourished by natural hot springs, Bath, the land of Jane Austen offers a unique experience to all who visit it. Bath and its surrounding countryside offers a lot of option with many things to do and see.
    by megha817 at August 13th, 2010 at 07:08 am
  • Skiing in Courchevel
    Courchevel is a famous ski area in France. It is situated in the Les Trois valley in French Alpas. Courchevel consists of 5 holiday resorts. The resorts are named according to their height. So there is Courchevel 1850, 1650, 1550 and 1300.
    by Avinash at August 12th, 2010 at 02:08 am
  • Unwind Yourself in Costa del Sol
    Costa del Sol, earlier a fishing town is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. It has now been completely transformed to develop as a most popular tourist destination. The name Cost del Sol means coast of the sun in English.
    by Avinash at August 12th, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Enjoy the Night Life of Ibiza
    Ibiza is a popular tourist destination in Spain. It is an island based in the Mediterranean sea and it is near the city of Valencia. Ibiza town is the largest town in this island.
    by Avinash at August 12th, 2010 at 12:08 am
  • Vacation in Paris – A Dream Come True
    The world is a beautiful travel destination with hundreds of spots that are worth paying a visit to. Yet, there are not many places that can match up to the sheer aura of dreams and romance that the city of Paris can build around those who visit it.
    by Sagar at August 11th, 2010 at 02:08 am
  • Ibiza – Travel to a Spanish Island
    Ibiza is a beautiful island in the Mediterranean off the Spanish coast. It’s small in size but has plenty to offer for attracting travelers. Its white sandy beaches, deserted coves, towering cliffs, and dense pine forests make this island a veritable paradise for nature lovers.
    by aniruddha at August 10th, 2010 at 06:08 am
  • Traveling Along the Silver Route in Spain
    Spain is an incredible country; large in size and rich in history and culture. It offers excellent opportunities to adventurous travelers to explore its wonderful terrains and vibrant medieval towns.
    by aniruddha at August 10th, 2010 at 05:08 am
  • Monaco Travel
    Moncao is a small sovereign city state of Western Europe located on the Mediterranean Sea between the south of France and Italy. It is known as the “tax haven” as it houses some of the wealthiest people of the world due to its liberal taxation policies.
    by Mandrita at August 6th, 2010 at 08:08 am
  • THE MINI GUIDE TO: LONDON
    We all know the typical tourist spots but what’s worth a visit apart from the London Eye and Tower Bridge? HAYLEY NOLAN presents a mini (insiders) guide to London. One of  my favourite things to do in London is get a boat up the Thames to Greenwich. This way you get a bit of a tour guide to all the famous landmarks, courtesy of your Captain, as you sail up the River,...
    by HayleyNolan at August 5th, 2010 at 04:08 am
  • THE MINI GUIDE TO: WINDSOR, ENGLAND
    From the famous tourist spots, to the back street cafes you’re never told about, here is HAYLEY NOLAN’S mini guide to one of England’s most famous towns.     Some people are surprised to hear that it is in fact Windsor Castle, not Buckingham Palace that is the Queen’s main residence.  However that doesn’t stop her from opening the doors...
    by HayleyNolan at August 5th, 2010 at 04:08 am